Dam KS04823
Key Takeaway
Dam KS04823 is classified as low hazard in Kansas. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 41.9% in KS) |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | KS04823 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
KLINKERMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dam KS04823?
Dam KS04823 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Dam KS04823?
Dam KS04823 is owned by KLINKERMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dam KS04823 built?
Dam KS04823 was completed in 1965, making it 61 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Dam KS04823?
Dam KS04823 has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.